DETAILED INFO TO BE POSTED SPRING '09

1500 W Hwy 36

ROSEVILLE MN 55113

fax 651.582.8492

To:         State Greenhand Leadership Conference

From:     FFA State Officers, Jim Ertl, Executive Secretary

May      651-582-8347

2009 SGLC, June 22-26

Plan to arrive at the camp by 11:30 p..m. on Monday. A noon meal is provided in the registration fee. Official dress, and COD, will be worn at designated sessions. Upon arrival, there will be a shakedown of all baggage for liquor, cigarettes, drugs, food, pop, etc. Smoking, drinking, leaving camp and using chemical substances are grounds for dismissal from camp, at your own expense. We strongly suggest that advisors (or whoever accompanies students to camp) stay until after the shakedown has been completed.

We will dismiss the campers Friday at 10:30 a.m. to return home. The officers and staff look forward to meeting with you on your arrival. The following items should be brought to camp: sleeping bag/bedding & pillow, swimsuit, towels, soap & personal grooming articles, official FFA Dress & COD dress for the week, recreational equipment (gloves, fishing equipment, and sports clothing), musical instruments for talent, notebook, pens or pencils, signed rules of conduct, mosquito spray and each camper should bring 4 personal items they own and/or cherish for "ME IN THE BOX". The items should fit into a shoe box or smaller. The discussion of the items will take place in a small group setting. Please don’t bring valuables. Examples include pictures (friends and family), small trophy/medal, special meaningful gift, etc. Girls are requested not wear mid drift revealing or tank tops with less than 2 inch straps

**When attendees arrive, notify the officers of specific medical treatment required during the week.  

**Students must bring along their Deep Portage Climbing Wall Permission Form.

**Students must also bring a copy of the FFA Code of Ethics and Rules of Conduct.

**Do not bring food/pop or playing cards to SGLC.

**Deep Portage telephone number is 218-682-2325.

TENATIVE DAILY SCHEDULE--------Always Subject to Change

7:00 a.m. Wake Up                                1:00 p.m. Session III

7:45 a.m. Flag Raising                                     2:30 p.m. Recreation

8:00 a.m. Breakfast                                  5:15 p.m. Flag Lowering

9:00 a.m. Session I                                   5:30 p.m. Supper

10:30 a.m. Break                           6:30 p.m. Session IV

11:00 a.m. Session II                                  7:30 p.m. Recreation

12:00 noon Dinner                          9:15 p.m. Reflections

11:00 p.m. Lights Out  

 FFA Code of Ethics

We will conduct ourselves at all times in order to be a credit to our organization, our chapter, our school and our community by:

Dressing neatly and appropriately for the occasion.

Showing respect for the rights of others and being courteous to everyone at all times.

Being honest and not taking unfair advantage of others.

Respecting the property and rights of others.

Refraining from loud, boisterous talk, profanity and other unbecoming conduct.

Demonstrating sportsmanship on the courts, grounds, and meeting areas. To be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.

Arriving at meetings on time and respect the opinion of others in discussion.

Taking pride in our organization, in our activities, in our supervised agricultural experience programs, in our exhibits, and in the careers in agriculture.

Sharing with others experiences and knowledge gained by attending local, regional, state, and national meetings.

Rules of Conduct

I have read the rules and understand them, and I will abide by them.

I will accept the authority of the supervisors and advisors in charge of the trip.

I will attend the sessions and make arrangements to report them to my chapter.

I will be courteous at all times and respect the rights of other members.

I will care for campus/accommodation’s property and respect the rights of others.

I will not purchase, use, or have in my possession any kind of alcohol, tobacco, drugs or other chemical substances.

I will be in my room and remain there after curfew time, and I will be dressed and out of my room by the time designated by the staff each day.

I understand that any infraction of these rules will be grounds for my participation in the trip to be terminated and for me to be sent home at my parents’/guardians’ expense.

I pledge to attend the activities marked within this program.

Members violating or ignoring rules of proper conduct will be subject to disciplinary action and dismissal. Violations of the Code of Ethics or Rules of Conduct will be reported to local school administrators for disciplinary action.

I ________________________, hereby have read and understand and will comply with the code and rules while representing the

____________________ FFA Chapter during official activities at  SGLC--2009.

Your signature____________________________________

Parents signature _________________________________

Advisor signature ____________________________

Advisor telephone the week of SGLC __________________

In case of an emergency, in advance, I authorize (son/daughter) any necessary medical treatment required while at this activity.

____________________________Parent/Guardian Signature Tele

#________________

Name of Insurance ____________________ Policy/Group

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Deep Portage Climbing Wall Permission Form

Climbing Wall: An artificial rock wall with climbing routes for use by students while on belay. Belayiong

is the use of rope, harness and hardware to secure a climber while on the wall.

Instruction: Professional staff, trained in climbing wall techniques, belaying, and wall safety procedures, will supervise and instruct the students during all phases of climbing wall use. Students will receive safety training and be closely monitored for adherence to Deep Portage wall policies and procedures. Equipment, including helmets and harnesses, will be provided and inspected by Deep Portage. All climbers will be belayed using ropes and hardware with break through weights in excess of 5000 pounds.

Risk: Rock climbing includes certain risks, including but not limited to the risk of serious injury of death.

Release: This form must be signed by the parents or legal guardian of the climber named below in the presence of a witness, or be otherwise notarized.

I, the undersigned, do hereby release the climber named below to Deep Portage for instruction and participation on the climbing wall. I understand the risks involved as stated above.

Name of Climber: ____________________________________

Age___________

Parent of Guardian

Signature:___________________________________ Date

Relationship to

Climber:___________________________________

Address: ___________________________________

_{Home Phone} _________________________

Work phone _____________________

Witness or Notary:___________________________________

Date:_____________

Minnesota State FFA State Greenhand Leadership Conference

MINNESOTA FFA

SGLC

Parents/Guardians/Administration

May 2009

Dear Parents/Guardians and Administration,

Your FFA member has been offered a wonderful opportunity to attend the (SGLC). This conference is especially for developing additional leadership for FFA members. We take this time to inform you on the numerous opportunities and experiences that your member/s will be offered at this conference.

Through this conference your member will experience premier leadership, personal growth, and career success that will expand their horizons. Examples of these opportunities are as follows:

Premier Leadership                Personal Growth                Career Success

Conference Banquet                  Self Reflections                    Career Development Events

Parliamentary Procedure            Goal Setting                          Supervised Agricultural Experience

Leadership Camps                     Manners & Etiquette             Proficiencies

Conventions                               Social Interaction                  Traveling

Workshops/Sessions                   Recreation                            Interviews

Official Dress

Outside of all the opportunities, your member will get to know their state and regional officers and many FFA members from across the state.

If you have further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact your local FFA chapter's advisor or the Minnesota State FFA Association's Advisor, Joel Larsen at (651)-582-8395. We hope that this letter has addressed some of your concerns, and we hope to see at SGLC!

Sincerely,

2008 State Officers

MINNESOTA FFA

May, 2009

Parents of FFA Members  

STATE GREENHAND LEADERSHHP CONFERENCE

We hope that you are all having a great summer and enjoying your vacation. The Minnesota State Officer Team is looking forward to your son/daughter's attendance at SGLC, in Hackensack.

The Minnesota State Officer Team has prepared many activities designed to encourage personal development in your son/daughter. During the week, they will have the opportunity to meet and make many new friends and develop their potential for career success through workshops and group activities. They will also develop leadership skills and teamwork through examples and interaction with fellow FFA members. Some of the other topics discussed are goal setting, ideas for chapter and regional enhancement, and techniques for good public relations. Etiquette is taught by example and expected to be practiced throughout the camp. Official dress (O.D.) and the proper casual official dress (C.O.D.) is explained and encouraged. In addition, flag ceremonies, which take place in the morning and evening of every day, will encourage patriotism and respect for our country's flag. The campers are encouraged to signup and participate in the flag ceremonies. They are also urged to volunteer for a camp officer position that win allow them the chance to perform the duties of their respective officer position.

Attending SGLC is not all work and no play. The recreational directors win have activities planned such as volleyball, trail walking, archery, swimming and canoeing. The week is concluded with a banquet presented by elected camp members. The highlight of the week is the dance following the banquet.

As you can see, attending SGLC would not only be an enjoyable experience for your children but would allow them the opportunities to enhance their leadership abilities. We anticipate seeing your son or daughter's personal leadership growth through their attendance at the 2005 State Greenhand Leadership Conference!

2009 State Officers

The University of Minnesota, National FFA Organization, and the Minnesota FFA Association are not responsible for lost or stolen items at convention.  All items are the responsibility of the individual.